Rep. Jerry Neyer

Maddy summaryThis Michigan bill requires the state attorney general to submit quarterly reports to both houses of the legislature whenever litigation costs exceed $250,000, with more detailed reporting required for cases exceeding $1,000,000. The reports must include financial accounts, explanations of the legal cases, and justifications for the expenditures, ensuring lawmakers can track how state funds are being used in legal proceedings. If the attorney general fails to submit these reports, legislators can seek court orders to compel compliance, and the auditor general must investigate and report on any violations of the new requirements. The bill establishes clear thresholds for transparency and creates enforcement mechanisms to ensure accountability in state legal spending.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Michigan's Revised Judicature Act to update the definitions and operational requirements for veterans treatment courts. It clarifies who qualifies as a veteran for these programs, including those with specific service-connected mental health conditions, and establishes a non-adversarial approach that integrates drug, alcohol, and mental health treatment with the justice system. To implement these courts, the legislation requires local courts to form formal agreements with prosecutors, defense attorneys, community providers, and the Department of Veterans Affairs to ensure coordinated support and monitoring. Additionally, the bill allows for transferring eligible participants between jurisdictions to ensure access to these specialized programs when local options are unavailable.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Michigan's criminal sentencing guidelines to formally recognize veteran status as a factor in determining sentences. It defines a "veteran" as someone who served at least 180 days in the U.S. Armed Forces and was discharged under conditions other than dishonorable, with specific exceptions for those diagnosed with service-connected mental health conditions. The key provision requires courts to set a minimum sentence of zero months if they find a clear connection between the crime and a condition stemming from the offender's military service. This change applies to offenses where the defendant is a veteran and the court makes the required finding regarding the link between their service and the offense.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes declaring June 2026 as Nuclear Family Month in Michigan to highlight the importance of households consisting of a married couple and their children. The resolution does not create any new laws or change existing policies but serves as a symbolic gesture to encourage communities and families to reflect on strengthening marital bonds and supporting parents. By designating this month, the bill aims to raise awareness about the perceived benefits of traditional family structures for child well-being and societal stability.

Maddy summaryThis resolution officially designates June 2026 as Dairy Month in Michigan to recognize the state's significant dairy industry. The measure highlights the sector's economic contributions, including its role in food production, job creation, and public health through nutritious dairy products. By adopting this symbolic declaration, the legislature aims to celebrate the achievements of local dairy farmers and processors while promoting awareness of the nutritional benefits of dairy consumption.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes renaming a specific section of Interstate 75 in Wayne County to honor Motor Carrier Officer Daniel M. Kerstetter. The designated stretch of road runs from Northline Road northward to London Avenue. By amending the Michigan Memorial Highway Act, the legislation formally establishes this new name for the roadway. The change directly affects the state's transportation records and signage along that portion of the highway.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes to allow the Michigan Natural Resources Commission to establish the first official hunting and trapping seasons for gray wolves statewide. It authorizes the commission to create these seasons within 90 days of certain related laws becoming active, aiming to manage wolf populations and reduce conflicts with humans and livestock. The legislation directly affects hunters, trappers, and wildlife managers by setting the legal framework for future wolf harvests. However, the bill includes a condition that it will not take effect unless a separate companion bill regarding wolf management is also passed by the legislature.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Michigan high schools to mandate a one-semester civics course and eventually require students to pass the civics portion of the U.S. naturalization test to earn graduation credit. It directs the state to update social studies curriculum standards and assessments to align with the current naturalization test questions by May 2018. The law applies to all public and nonpublic schools but includes exemptions for students with specific educational needs or those in military service.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Michigan's property tax rules to clarify how taxable values are calculated when property ownership transfers. It establishes that a property's taxable value resets to its current market value upon transfer, but then limits future annual increases to the lesser of 5% or the inflation rate until another transfer occurs. The legislation also defines specific scenarios where a transfer does not trigger a reset, such as when property is moved into a trust by a parent for their own children or grandchildren, provided the home remains residential. Additionally, it allows local tax officials to correct past valuation errors related to missed transfers for up to three years and clarifies rules for land contracts and certain bond-funded properties.

Maddy summaryHB 5107 amends Michigan's marijuana laws to adjust possession and cultivation limits for adults 21+ and modify penalties for exceeding those limits. It increases personal possession from 2.5 ounces to 10 ounces at home, allows up to 12 plants for personal cultivation, and permits 2.5 ounces of concentrate. For minor excesses (e.g., possessing 2-5 ounces instead of 2.5 ounces), the bill changes penalties from criminal charges to civil fines (up to $500 for second offenses), avoiding jail time for first-time violations. The changes apply directly to Michigan residents 21+ who use or cultivate marijuana within the new limits.